Eat, Drink, Write. An Urban Fantasy Whiteboard
This podcast will delve into the trials and tribulations of writing urban fantasy, from topics on character development myths and monsters!
- Update frequency
- every 5 days
- Average duration
- 41 minutes
- Episodes
- 151
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2024
Myths & Monsters 17: Necromancers & The Boggy Creek Monster
In this episode, we talk about some fun things to add to your novels - necromancers & the Boggy Creek Monster! Come have a drink & listen!
Episode 82: Plotlines - Adventure, Transformation & Romance
In this episode, we tackle three of the "seven" plotlines for novels. There is debate about how many there are, and, obviously, many are so interconnected it is hard to separate them, but we try and …
Episode 81: Writing Emotions - Betrayal & Smugness
In this episode, we talk about how to write emotions and give specific examples of smugness and betrayal! Come have a drink & listen!
Episode 80: Creating Your Character's Career
Why is your character's job so important? Well, think about what you feel about YOUR job. Your Characters are people, too! Come have a drink & listen as we talk about what to consider when writing y…
Episode 79: The Explorer Archetype: What is it, and How to Write it?
In this episode we talk about the explorer archetype in fiction. We have examples, tips on how to write it, and thoughts about how to develop that explorer archetype. Come have a drink & listen!
Myths & Monsters 16: Black-Eyed Kids & Mirror Superstitions
Come have a drink & listen as we talk about the black-eyed kids origin story and supersitions about mirrors!
Episode 78: Writing Character Flaws
In this episode, we talk about how to write character flaws. We discuss types of character flaws, examples of character flaws, and how to approach the flaws.
Episode 77: How to Write Plot Twists
In this episode, we talk about plot twists! How do you write a plot twist? We talk about plot twist tips (say that 10 times fast!) and examples to help with your novel! Come have a drink & listen!
Episode 76: Writing the Masquerade in Urban Fantasy
In this episode, we talk about the masquerade in fantasy - why to write it and how to do it well! Come have a drink & listen!
Episode 75: How to Use Pinterest for Writing Novels
In this episode, we go into detail about using Pinterest to help you write your novels! It is truly invaluable! From writing tips, to writing prompts to character boards - Pinterest has unlimited po…
Episode 74: How to Write the Love Interest Character
In this episode, we talk about the love interest archetype. How do you write the love interest? What types of love interests are there? Do you have to have one? Come have a drink with us & listen!
Myths & Monsters 15: Boo Hags & Ghost Stories
In this episode, we talk about Boo Hags, a monster from the Gullah culture! We also have a medley of ghost stories! Don't let the Boo Hag ride ya!
Episode 73: Writing Your Characters' Motivations
In this episode, we talk about motivations. What motivates your character? What do your characters' motivations drive them to do? Come have a drink with us & listen!
Episode 72: Writing Prophesies in Fiction
In this episode, we discuss how to write prophesies in fiction! There are all kinds of prophesies in fantasy, urban fantasy and main-stream fiction! Find out how to write a good one! Come have a drin…
Episode 71: Writing Dream Sequences in Fiction
In this episode, Taylor & Sherry discuss how to write dream sequences, what to think about when crafting dream sequences in novels, what not to do, and the "rules" that govern writing dream sequences…
Episode 70: Writing Rules & How to Break Them: Story Beginnings
In this episode, we talk about the "rules" of writing - what should you do, what shouldn't you do? And even more fun - how to break the "rules" of writing! Come have a drink with us & listen!
Myths & Monsters 14: Nain Rouge and Rougarou
In this episode, we talk about the urban legends involving the Nain Rouge (red dwarf) and the rougarou (Cajun werewolves)! Come have a drink & listen!
Episode 69: How To Start Chapters
In this episode, we discuss how to start chapters - is there a trick to it? What should you consider? Come have a drink and listen!
Episode 68: The Mushy Middle & How to Get Through it
In this episode, we discuss writing the middle of your book. This is one of the toughest things to write without getting bogged down. So how do you make the middle work better? How do you write that…
Episode 67: Writing Great Chapter Endings
In this episode, we talk about how to end chapters! There are probably more ways to do so than you thought! Come have a drink & listen!